Creative Director, AI/Experiential in New York, New York at Dow Jones & Co.

Dow Jones & Co.

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

If you are a current employee at Dow Jones, do not apply here. Please go to the Career section on your Workday homepage and view "Find Jobs - Dow Jones." Thank you.

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Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation in the subject line.

NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas

Full time
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Job Description:
About the Team:

The Trust at The Wall Street Journal
About the Role

This Creative Director leads end-to-end creative development for The Trust at The Wall Street Journal, driving work from concept through execution. The role focuses on integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities into premium content and real-world brand experiences, while also expanding our live content programs and events. It requires 12+ years of creative leadership experience and a proven ability to turn bold ideas into polished, high-impact work across platforms.
You Will:

• Own and articulate the creative vision for AI-informed content and experiential programs from strategy through live execution.
• Direct the overarching creative strategy and execution, leveraging AI tools and experiences to drive innovation, efficiency, and high-quality design.
• Anticipate issues and develop tailored solutions to solve complex creative challenges, ensuring projects are delivered on time and adhere to brand standards.
• Communicate with diverse stakeholders and influence decisions by partnering with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate AI technologies into the creative process.
• Lead cross-functional teams across editorial, product, design, and client services to develop innovative formats, immersive storytelling, and interactive brand moments.
• Integrate AI-assisted workflows (prompting, rapid prototyping, generative tools) into the creative process to enhance speed, insight, and originality.
• Ensure all work reflects the premium standards, cultural authority, and brand integrity of WSJ.
• Present concepts confidently to senior stakeholders and clients, translating complex ideas into compelling narratives.
• Oversee production and experiential delivery, maintaining high craft and measurable business impact.

You Have:

• 12+ years of creative direction experience across experiential, brand, or integrated marketing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams and large-scale experiential initiatives.
• Fluency in AI-enabled creative tools and workflows (e.g., generative content, rapid prototyping, data-informed personalization).
• Strong strategic thinking paired with exceptional storytelling and presentation skills.
• Portfolio showcasing premium craft, cultural fluency, and results-driven campaigns.
• Ability to operate at both conceptual and executional levels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

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Business Area:
Dow Jones - Media Sales

Job Category:
Editorial/Journalism

Union Status:
Non-Union / A clear and likely internal candidate

Base Pay Range: $165,000 - $205,000

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

About_Us

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

If you are a current employee at Dow Jones, do not apply here. Please go to the Career section on your Workday homepage and view "Find Jobs - Dow Jones." Thank you.